A Versatile Axle for the Construction of Disassemblage Rotaxanes.

نویسندگان

  • Lucas A Powers
  • David B Smithrud
چکیده

Rotaxanes are unique mechanical devices that hold great promise as sensors. We report on two new rotaxanes that contain an acid or base sensitive trigger and readily disassemble in a wide range of environments. Disassemblage was observed under TLC and ¹H-NMR analysis. The axle is highly charged, which enhances solubility in aqueous environments, and can be readily derivatized with sensor components. The trigger was swapped in a one-pot method, which is promising for the rapid production of a series of sensors.

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عنوان ژورنال:
  • Molecules

دوره 21 8  شماره 

صفحات  -

تاریخ انتشار 2016